Walk for Alzheimer's at Kin Coulee Park raises funds
The annual Walk for Alzheimer's was held Saturday at Kin Coulee Park to raise funds for dementia research and local services. Marion Forbes led with over $6,000 as top fundraiser and flag bearer, in a community event supporting Medicine Hat families.
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Reform Act passes in Senate after tense debates
The Reform Act led by Michael Chong won Senate approval 38 to 14. Conservatives opposed to the measure tried several procedural moves including adjournment and amendments, but were defeated 47 to 7 and 39 to 12 as the bill advances toward potential law before the October election window.
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Denise Batters
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Kesler to lead Medicine Hat Stampede parade as honorary marshal
Greg Kesler named guest of honour for the 2015 Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede parade on July 23. He will be paid tribute at a private luncheon for about 300 guests after the parade and will officially open the rodeo as a dignitary. The Kesler family has provided Stampede animals for over 40 years as part of the rodeo circuit. The Stampede runs July 22 to 25.
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Greg Kesler
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Police bike unit to balance enforcement with positive reinforcement
The High Visibility Response Team will patrol downtown areas parks and paths this summer. The unit will issue positive tickets to youths wearing helmets and acting positively, including coupons for Mavericks games Ruckers Menchies and Dunmore Dugout.
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Dunmore
Flood victims question raised claims cap effectiveness
Flood homeowners say the 2010 raise to a 300000 cap did not deliver. Anderson recalls long delays and only partial DRP coverage, with no responses from officials. A Cypress County official notes slow restoration as residents face continuing financial strain five years after the flood.
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Hector Goudreau
Cypress County
Len Mitzel
Anderson
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Pam Pirsch
Bill on temporary absences sparks debate in parliament
Critics call the private member bill a waste of time while advocates argue it supports reintegration and reduces reoffending. Gary Straub of the John Howard Society questions impact given current practices and high risk inmates. Payne says the bill will likely get only first reading as he plans retirement and notes private members bills rise by party list position.
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John Howard Society
Medicine Hat
Straub
Payne
Cardston-Warner
Glen Allan
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